10 injuries that will shape Week 14 in the NFL

There are some big names that are expected to shuffle in and out of lineups across the NFL this week. Let's take a look at some key status updates for Week 14.

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Earl Thomas, S, Seahawks (leg)

The Seahawks suffered a huge loss on Sunday when their All-Pro safety suffered a season-ending leg injury. Thomas went down with a lower leg fracture after colliding with Kam Chancellor on an interception attempt in the first half. Thomas is a major piece of the Seahawks' secondary and he'll be missed down the stretch as Seattle attempts to capture another NFC title.

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Julio Jones, WR, Falcons (turf toe)

Jones has spent a good majority of this season banged up, yet has still managed to produce. The Falcons wideout was hobbled with turf toe late in Sunday's contest against the Cardinals. He says he's fine and isn't expected to miss any time, but fantasy owners may want to proceed cautiously and see how he fares throughout the week.

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Mohamed Sanu, WR, Falcons (groin

Atlanta took yet another hit to their receiving corps on Sunday with Sanu, who suffered a groin injury late in the game and didn't return. He could practice this week, meaning there's a chance he plays against the Rams this weekend, but it doesn't seem to be a sure thing.

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Jason Pierre-Paul, DE, Giants (groin)

Coming off a fantastic Week 12 performance in which he was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week, the Giants defensive end exited Sunday's contest in the first half with a groin injury. He didn't return but the Giants are optimistic that it's not serious. Keep an eye on developments throughout the week.

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Jordan Matthews, WR, Eagles (ankle)

The Eagles' top receiver missed this past weekend with an ankle injury suffered in Week 12 against the Packers, but he's expected to be back on the field this week. It'll be interesting to see how effective he is in his return, but the depleted Philadelphia wideout corps could certainly use the help.

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Danny Amendola, WR, Patriots (ankle)

Amendola suffered a high ankle sprain during a second-half punt return against the Rams on Sunday. There's no timetable yet, but the receiver/returner may miss some time as the Patriots hope to get him healthy for the start of the playoffs.

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Eric Rowe, CB, Patriots (hamstring)

The Pats' No. 2 cornerback also went down in Sunday's win over LA, leaving the game with a hamstring injury in the second half. Rowe isn't exactly sure when he suffered the ailment, and there isn't a timetable set for his recovery yet. The Pats have a Monday night contest against the Ravens coming up, so they could use Rowe in the lineup.

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Doug Martin, RB, Buccaneers (undisclosed)

Martin exited Sunday's win over the Chargers after being "bent back" late in the game. He missed six games with a hamstring injury earlier this year, but thankfully it doesn't look like this ailment will keep him out of action moving forward. Martin says he's fine.

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Trevor Siemian, QB, Broncos (foot)

The Broncos may get their starting quarterback back against the Titans this weekend. Siemian sprained his left foot a week ago and sat out this weekend's win over the Jaguars while Paxton Lynch started in his place. Broncos coach Gary Kubiak seems optimistic that Siemian will be back under center soon, though it'll be worth monitoring how he does in practice this week.

Robert Griffin III, QB, Browns (shoulder)

Griffin has been out since the Browns' season-opener, when he suffered a shoulder injury, but is expected to make his return to the field this week. Though the Browns don't have much to play for at this point (other than their upcoming draft slot), Griffin does. He's had trouble staying healthy and consistent throughout his career, so he can use the balance of the season to showcase what he's capable of bringing to the Browns offense beyond this year.